Oblivion Remastered: A Nostalgic Trip or a Missed Opportunity?
The release of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered has sparked a wave of nostalgia among fans, but is it a triumphant return to Cyrodiil or a rushed cash-in? After 19 years, the game promises updated visuals and gameplay, but reviews are mixed, leading many to question whether this remaster truly honors the legacy of the 2006 classic.
One of the most intriguing aspects highlighted by GameSpot is the preservation of the "Anakin Easter egg" - a cheeky reference to Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith. Players revisiting Kvatch will find a charred corpse reminiscent of Anakin Skywalker's fate on Mustafar. 
According to Windows Central, the release of Oblivion Remastered has also given a boost to other Bethesda titles, with The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim seeing a significant surge in player counts. It seems revisiting Cyrodiil has reminded players of the wider Elder Scrolls universe, but will these players be satisfied with the refreshed experience?
However, not all reviews are glowing. Some critics argue that the remaster falls short of expectations. Common complaints include inconsistent graphical updates, clunky UI, and the retention of outdated and sometimes broken gameplay mechanics, such as the infamously unbalanced level-scaling system. Is the fresh coat of paint on the surface enough to cover deeper problems? Is there still as much meat on the bone as players remember?
The core criticisms focus on the lack of meaningful improvements beyond visual updates. While textures might be sharper and lighting enhanced, the underlying gameplay and AI remain largely unchanged, leading to a jarring juxtaposition of new and old. Some reviewers are stating it feels like Bethesda missed golden opportunities to rebalance the game or introduce new content and have merely given it a new set of clothes.
Furthermore, technical issues such as frame rate drops and crashes further mar the experience, especially considering the lack of fully accessible mod support on consoles to remedy these issues. This point alone has seen many players steer clear until significant bug fixes appear.
Ultimately, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered seems to be a mixed bag. While it evokes nostalgia and introduces a new generation to a beloved classic, its superficial updates and persistent issues leave many wanting more. Has Bethesda truly delivered a worthy remaster, or is it simply banking on the franchise's enduring appeal?
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Is Oblivion remastered on PS4?
Oblivion remaster PS4 Unfortunately, those looking to play the Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion remaster on the PlayStation 4 are out of luck, as it's only available on the PlayStation 5.
Is Oblivion available on PS5?
Game and Legal Info You can download and play this content on the main PS5 console associated with your account (through the “Console Sharing and Offline Play” setting) and on any other PS5 consoles when you login with your same account.
Is Skyrim in Oblivion?
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim followed in November 2011 to critical acclaim. The game is not a direct sequel to its predecessor, Oblivion, but instead takes place 200 years later, in Tamriel's land of Skyrim. Three expansion sets, Dawnguard, Dragonborn and Hearthfire, have been released.
Will Oblivion Remastered be on Xbox?
Play on Xbox Series X|S The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered is optimized for Xbox Series X|S consoles supporting 4K and 60 FPS. Play it with Game Pass or buy now.
